2.2.11. DESIGN PROFESSIONAL

   The position of Design Professional (DP) is established: 1) to review building permits for projects located in the Neighborhood Preservation Zone (NPZ) overlays for compliance with applicable design manuals, and 2) to review proposed buildings , structures , landscaping , architectural features, of proposed subdivisions , development plans, and site plans , as set forth in the UDC .

   A.   Appointment and Qualifications

      1.   Appointment

      The PDSD Director shall recommend a candidate(s) for the position of DP. The Mayor and Council shall appoint one or more DPs.

      2.   Qualifications

         a.   NPZ Review

         The DP shall be a registered architect, preferably with historic preservation experience.

         b.   Subdivision Review

         The DP shall be a registered architect or landscape architect.

   B.   Powers and Duties

      1.   Neighborhood Preservation Zone (NPZ) Design Review

      The DP shall review applications for building permits for projects located within adopted NPZs for compliance with the applicable Design Manual and Section 5.10.3, Neighborhood Preservation Zone Design Review Procedure. The DP will forward a written report with findings and recommendation to the PDSD Director . The Director shall take into account the recommendations of the DP when considering approval of the application.

      2.   Flexible Lot Development (FLD) Project Review

      The DP shall review FLD projects for compliance with, but not limited to:

         a.   Architectural variation, Section 8.7.3.M.1;

         b.   Functional open space , Section 8.7.3.F.1 & .2;

         c.   Modifications to street  perimeter yard  setbacks , Section 8.7.3.L.2;

         d.   Privacy mitigation , Section 8.7.3.M.2.b;

         e.   Transition edge treatment, Section 8.7.3.M.2.a;

         f.   Recommendation on FLD Review

         The DP shall forward a written recommendation with findings to the PDSD Director. The Director shall consider the DP’s recommendation and render a decision on the FLD.

         g.   Findings for FLD Privacy Mitigation Plan

         The DP may recommend a project if it meets the following findings:

            (1)   Will not be detrimental to public health and safety;

            (2)   Will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjoining properties; and,

            (3)   Will not create a nuisance to surrounding properties.

      3.   Conditions

         a.   NPZ Review

         The DP may recommend conditions on the approval of a building permit to ensure that the design of the project mitigates the impact of the project on the subject development zone .

         b.   FLD Review

         The DP may recommend conditions on the approval of an FLD to ensure that the design of the FLD mitigates the impact of the FLD and provides suitable transitions to the adjoining existing residential developments .

      4.   Conflict of Interest

      The DP shall not render professional services under this section on any project if the DP’s judgment could be affected by responsibilities to, or interest in another project or person or by the DP’s own interests. The DP shall comply with City of Tucson Administrative Directive 2.02-14 and Policy 282, Ethics and Conflict of Interest for City Officers and Employees.

      5.   Other Responsibilities

      The DP shall perform such other functions as may be required by the UDC . Additionally, the PDSD Director may request other design assistance and recommendations as needed in implementing the UDC .